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Mahindra is set to unveil its most ambitious electric SUV yet: the XEV?9S, a ground-up, three-row, 7-seater electric vehicle. Scheduled for its global debut on 27 November 2025 at Mahindra’s ‘Scream Electric’ event in Bengaluru, this SUV marks a significant milestone in Mahindra’s EV roadmap. 
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Design & Platform

At the heart of the XEV?9S lies Mahindra’s INGLO skateboard platform, a dedicated EV architecture that has already underpinned its XEV?9e and BE?6 models. 
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 Because it’s born-electric (not adapted from an ICE vehicle), the skateboard design enables a flat?floor layout, maximising usable cabin space — especially for three rows. 
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Teaser images suggest that while the XEV?9S may share a broad silhouette with Mahindra’s ICE SUVs (like the XUV700), it brings a distinct EV-oriented design language. 
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 Features such as slim LED DRLs, flush door handles, and connected LED tail lamps hint at its modern and aerodynamic styling. 
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Interior & Comfort

Mahindra is positioning the XEV?9S as a family-focused EV, and the interior details back that up. 
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The second-row seats are said to slide and recline, giving flexibility in legroom and ease of access to the third row. 
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A panoramic sunroof (almost full-length) has been teased, adding to the “lounge-like” feel in the cabin. 
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Materials appear premium: soft-touch surfaces, toggle switches for controls, and elegant door pads have been highlighted in teasers. 
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For infotainment, there’s a triple-screen setup — a digital driver display, a central touchscreen, and a third screen for the front passenger. 
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Comfort features likely include ventilated and power-adjustable front seats (with memory), multi-zone climate control, ambient lighting, and wireless phone charging. 
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On the safety and tech front, the XEV?9S is expected to pack Level-2 ADAS, 360° camera, 7 airbags, electronic stability control, and more. 
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There’s also talk of a Harman Kardon sound system in the SUV. 
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Powertrain, Battery & Range

While Mahindra hasn’t publicly confirmed detailed specs, informed reports suggest the XEV?9S will share its battery options with the XEV?9e and BE?6 — likely a 59?kWh LFP pack and a 79?kWh LFP pack. 
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Power output could range around 231 PS (~228 bhp) for the smaller pack and 286 PS (~281 bhp) for the larger one. 
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Based on benchmarking with other INGLO-based models, the claimed range could exceed 500 km (some reports suggest up to ~540 km for the larger battery). 
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There are speculations of both rear-wheel-drive (RWD) and all-wheel-drive (AWD) variants, possibly through a dual-motor setup for higher-performance models. 
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Market Positioning & Price

The XEV?9S will be Mahindra’s first all-electric 7-seater SUV, making it a unique offering in its segment. 
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According to analysts, the expected price range could be somewhere between ?22?lakh and ?35?lakh (ex-showroom), depending on the variant and battery option. 
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This model is not just about space; Mahindra aims to offer a high-tech, premium EV experience for larger families — combining practicality with a bold, modern design. 
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Significance & Strategy

The launch of the XEV?9S comes at a crucial time for Mahindra’s EV strategy: it's part of the “Electric Origin” line, celebrating one year since the debut of earlier INGLO-based EVs. 
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By entering the family SUV EV space, Mahindra is targeting a segment that has strong growth potential — larger EVs that can serve multi-passenger use-cases (families, road trips, etc.).

The dedicated EV architecture (INGLO) underlines Mahindra’s commitment to building purpose-built electric vehicles, rather than converting ICE platforms. 
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From a competitive standpoint, the 9S could give Mahindra an edge over other EVs that are either smaller or less suited for 7-seater configurations. 
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Challenges & Considerations

Pricing risk: If the 9S lands at the higher end of its expected price range, it may face adoption challenges, especially among more cost-conscious buyers.

Technical risk: Delivering more than 500 km of real-world range (especially with a full 7-seater load) is ambitious and will require efficient design and battery management.

Infrastructure: For a 7-seater EV to be truly practical, potential buyers will also consider charging infrastructure, especially for long, family trips.

Production & demand: It remains to be seen how fast Mahindra can scale production, and whether demand for a large EV will match its supply.

Conclusion

The Mahindra XEV?9S is shaping up to be a landmark EV for the company — a bold leap into the segment of large, family-friendly electric SUVs. By combining a purpose-built EV platform, spacious three-row layout, and premium tech, Mahindra has positioned the 9S not just as a practical EV but as a statement of its electric future. If Mahindra delivers on its promises, the XEV?9S could very well redefine how Indian families perceive and adopt big electric SUVs.